TFZ

19th Floor, Conrad Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE

EXPORT & IMPORT CODE

Get Your Customs Code. Keep Your Cargo Moving.

Planning to import or export goods through the UAE? TFZ handles your Import Export Code registration, linking your business to the customs system so you can clear shipments without unnecessary delays.

Fast Registration • Customs Compliance • Renewal Support

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IMPORT / EXPORT

Your Customs Identity.

CUSTOMS CLIENT CODE
UAE-CUSTOMS
Enables customs declarations
Ready for shipment clearance
What Is the Import Export Code?

The Code Behind Every Shipment.

An Import Export Code, also known as a customs client code, is your company's registration with customs. It uniquely identifies your business on import and export declarations.

It connects your trade license to the customs system, allowing you or your clearing agent to declare goods, pay applicable duties and release shipments.

License Connected

Links your company and trade license directly with the customs system.

Import Ready

Allows your business to process import declarations and clear incoming goods.

Export Ready

Supports export and re-export shipments through UAE ports and airports.

For UAE Businesses

Relevant for mainland and free zone companies trading physical goods.

Who Needs One?

If Your Business Moves Goods, Customs Matters.

Whether you're importing stock, exporting products or moving goods through a free zone, the right customs registration keeps your shipments moving.

01
Trading Companies

Businesses importing goods into the UAE for local distribution, retail or trade.

02
Exporters & Re-exporters

Companies shipping products from the UAE through ports, airports and logistics routes.

03
E-commerce Businesses

Online businesses bringing inventory into the UAE for fulfilment and customer orders.

04
Free Zone Companies

Free zone businesses moving goods into, out of or through their designated zone.

Who Needs One?

If Your Business Moves Goods, You Need Customs Access.

An Import Export Code is essential for businesses bringing goods into the UAE, sending products abroad, or moving stock through UAE free zones.

01
Trading Companies

Companies importing goods into the UAE for local distribution, retail or trading.

02
Exporters & Re-exporters

Businesses shipping products from the UAE through ports, airports and international routes.

03
E-commerce Businesses

Online businesses importing inventory into the UAE for fulfilment and customer orders.

04
Free Zone Companies

Free zone businesses moving goods into, out of or through their designated zone.

Simple Process

From Trade License to Customs Ready.

Getting your Import Export Code doesn't need to become another complicated part of your business setup. TFZ handles the registration from start to finish.

STEP 01

Share Your Trade License & Basic Documents

Send us your trade license and the basic information about your business. We first confirm that your licensed activities cover the goods you intend to import or export.

Trade License
Company Details
STEP 02

We Register Your Customs Code

Once your documents are confirmed, TFZ submits the registration with the relevant customs authority and manages the application and applicable fees on your behalf.

Registration handled by TFZ We keep you updated throughout the application.
STEP 03

Your Business Is Customs Ready

Once approved, your customs client code is ready to be used for import and export declarations, allowing you or your clearing agent to move forward with your shipment.

Typically 1–2 Working Days Once your documents are complete and in order.
Frequently Asked Questions

Customs Code Questions, Answered.

Everything you need to know before importing or exporting goods through the UAE.

Typically 1–2 working days once your trade license and required documents are in order. If your shipment is already on the way, let us know and we can prioritise the registration.

Your trade license activities must cover the goods you intend to import. If they don't, TFZ can help identify and add the appropriate activity before you proceed with customs registration.

Yes. E-commerce businesses importing inventory into the UAE need the appropriate customs registration to clear their goods through UAE customs.

Yes. Free zone companies need customs registration when moving goods in and out of the zone or through UAE ports. TFZ can advise on the requirements for your setup.

Customs declarations can be blocked until the code is renewed, potentially delaying shipments and increasing storage costs. TFZ diarises renewals to help prevent this.

Yes. If your trade license, business activities or registered address changes, TFZ can assist with the corresponding customs registration updates.
Import & Export Code Registration

Get Your Customs Code Before Your Cargo Arrives.

Send us your trade license copy and we'll confirm the requirements and help register your customs code so your next shipment can move without unnecessary delays.